Steamed Black Sea Bass with Sweet Chili Glaze
This steamed black sea bass with sweet chili glaze is a light and flavorful dish that is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The fish is cooked in a flavorful broth made with sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil, which gives it a slightly sweet and tangy flavor. The fish is then steamed until it is cooked through, resulting in a moist and flaky texture. The glaze is brushed over the fish before it is steamed, which helps to caramelize the fish and give it a beautiful golden brown color. The dish is finished with a sprinkling of chopped fresh cilantro, which adds a touch of freshness and brightens up the flavors.
The origins of this recipe can be traced back to the coastal regions of Southeast Asia, where fish is a staple food. The sweet and tangy flavor of the glaze is inspired by the popular sweet chili sauce that is used in many Thai and Vietnamese dishes. The steaming method of cooking the fish is a gentle and healthy way to cook it, which helps to preserve its delicate flavor and texture. This dish is a perfect example of how simple ingredients can be combined to create a flavorful and satisfying meal.
Steamed Black Sea Bass with Sweet Chili Glaze Steamed Black Sea Bass with Sweet Chili Glaze Steamed Black Sea Bass with Sweet Chili Glaze Steamed Black Sea Bass with Sweet Chili Glaze
Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 20 | Serves: 4
Ingredients
  • 1 pound black sea bass fillets
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  3. Place the black sea bass fillets on the prepared baking sheet.
  4. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with black pepper.
  5. In a small bowl, whisk together the sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil.
  6. Brush the glaze over the black sea bass fillets.
  7. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through.
  8. Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro and serve.
Why It Works
  • The combination of sweet and tangy flavors in the glaze creates a delicious balance of flavors.
  • Steaming the fish helps to preserve its delicate flavor and texture.
  • The glaze helps to caramelize the fish and give it a beautiful golden brown color.
  • The addition of fresh cilantro adds a touch of freshness and brightens up the flavors.